Mr. Luis Nails The SAG Awards

Mr. Luis does the nails of Orange is the New Black stars for the SAG Awards.

Unleash The Power of Your Team

By developing and supporting the inner power of each member, salon owners can double as cheerleaders to develop an unstoppable salon team. From the moment they are hired, it’s your job to give team members the tools they need to excel and prosper.

Hands Off My Polish: Beware the Shoplifter

Did you know health and beauty care items top the list of shoplifted goods, according to a survey from the Food Marketing Institute? And it’s not just your retail shelves that present an enticing target to shoplifters.

Necessity Was the Mother of Her Invention

Becky Lynn was told by her doctor that she should quit doing nails. But she figured out a way around it. 

Understanding Business Insurance for the Beauty Professional

In the unpredictable landscape of beauty entrepreneurship, business insurance serves as a vital safety net, ensuring that unforeseen challenges and risks don't derail the dreams and hard work that go into building a successful beauty professional's career and business.

When the Economy Slows, Smart Salons Adapt

While the thought of an economic slowdown — or other financial challenge — can be scary, it can also be the catalyst for change. Take heart and learn from the struggles and strategies of two business owners who came out on top.

Join the Society of Nail Technicians

Frustrated because industry networking groups were either too expensive or out of the area, nail tech Alica Best decided to create her own group. Called the Society of Nail Technicians, the group meets monthly via a

The First Few Weeks of School

These first couple weeks of school have been such an adventure! In terms of theory, we’ve talked about having a professional image, manicuring, infection control (eeeww!), and some of the history of the profession. In the

Trend Watch: Colors of the Year

Pantone’s Rose Quartz and Serenity blend together for balance in 2016.